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CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
APRIL 3, 2007 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AND WORKSHOP
I. CALL TO ORDER - Mayor:
April 3, 2007 Regular City Council Meeting, 5:15 p.m.
SUMMARY OF COUNCIL ACTION
PAGE 1 OF 8
Mayor Kirk called the April 3, 2007 Regular City Council Meeting to order at 5:19 p.m.
II. OPENING CEREMONIES:
Invocation given by Revered Bruce Simpson, First United Methodist Church; The invocation was offered by Reverend Simpson of the First United Methodist Church;
Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor. I The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Kirk.
III. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk.
Mayor James E. Kirk
Council Member Lowry Markham
Council Member Dowling. R. Watford, Jr.
Council Member Clayton Williams
Council Member Lydia Jean Williams
City Administrator Brian Whitehall
City Attorney John R. Cook
City Clerk Lane Gamiotea
Deputy Clerk Melisa Eddings
Police Chief Denny Davis
Fire Chief Herb Smith
Public Works Director Donnie Robertson
IV. OPEN WORKSHOP SESSION WITH PLANNING BOARD MEMBERS -
Mayor.
A. Discuss proposed revisions to the Planned Unit Development
language of the Land Development Regulations section of the code
book.
City Clerk Gamiotea called the roll:
Present
Present
Present.
Present
Present
Present
Present (entered chambers at 5:30 p.m.)
Present
Present
Present
Present (entered chambers at 6:00 p.m.)
Absent
MAYOR KIRK OPENED THE WORKSHOP SESSION WITH PLANNING BOARD MEMBERS AT 5:22 P.M.
Mayor Kirk explained the purpose of the workshop was to discuss the proposed revisions to the Planned Unit
Development (PUD) language of the Land Development Regulations section of the Code Book with the Planning Board
Members. The workshop is designed to obtain input from the Council and Staff. The Planning Board will at some point
render a recommendation to the City Council on the changes. This topic is of great concern since it can modify how
all future developments are handled within the City. During workshop sessions no official action can be taken.
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IV. WORKSHOP WITH PLANNING BOARD MEMBERS CONTINUED.
A. Discuss proposed revisions to the Planned Unit Development Discussion is usually kept between the Council, Board Members and Staff. However, should someone from the public
language of the Land Development Regulations section of the code want to address the issue or provide input, the Mayor will recognize them. He asked that everyone refrain from
book continued. individual discussions. Planning Board Members present were: Chairperson Ledferd, Vice Chairperson Hoover, and
Members Maxwell, McCoy, Jones, Keller and O'Connor.
City Planning Consultant, Mr. Bill Brisson (of LaRue Planning and Management Services) began the discussion by
reviewing the materials distributed earlier in the day to the Mayor, Council and Board Members. The Planning Board
reviewed the first draft of regulations at their March 22, 2007 meeting, from that discussion, additional changes were
made.
Currently PUD regulations are outlined in Sections 90-401 through 406. They explain that provision is made for PUD
zoning districts in which diverse residential, commercial, institutional or recreation uses may be brought together under
a unified plan of development which is in the interest and general welfare of the public. PUD zoning districts shall be
permitted only on land designated as future land use categories single-family or multi -family in the comprehensive
plan. A conceptional site plan of the proposed development shall be submitted and approved prior to a change in
zoning to either a single family or a multi -family residential PUD zoning district. There are 26 permitted uses in the PUD
zoning district. The only special exception use is for permitted uses in excess of 45 feet in height. Each PUD has to
be a minimum of five acres. The maximum density are laid out based on the type of residential and type of housing.
The minimum lot area and yard requirements are noted "as appropriate to the use." Maximum lot coverage is 40
percent, maximum impervious surface is 60 percent.
The purpose for a PUD is to allow flexibility in developing parcels of land, not just flexibility in density regulations. It
allows environmentally sensitive land to be developed that under normal regulations could not be. Allows subdivision's
to have something different from one another. It usually, created right, will give a better product to the community than
developing it under regular regulations or leaving it undeveloped. The proposed ordinance creates two separate
PUD's, one being a "Mixed -Use" PUD. the other a "Residential" PUD. Mr. Brisson then went on to explain each
separate PUD and how it compares to the existing regulations. He also presented a comparison of a project that would
be developed using the City's existing RSF-2 zoning district regulations and the proposed PUD-R regulations.
The Council and Planning Board agreed more time to review the ordinance was needed since the latest proposed
changes were just emailed to everyone earlier in the day. The Council asked the Planning Board to go back and
review the changes again.
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V. ADJOURN WORKSHOP AND RECONVENE IN REGULAR SESSION - Mayor.
VI. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS - Mayor.
A. Proclaimed the month"of April 2007 as "Water Conservation Month."
V. MINUTES - City Clerk.
A. Motion to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of
Council Action for the March 20, 2007 Regular Meeting.
VI. AGENDA - Mayor.
A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's
agenda.
IX. OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION - Mayor.
MAYOR KIRK ADJOURNED THE WORKSHOP AND RECONVENED IN REGULAR SESSION AT 6:37 P.M.
Mayor Kirk proclaimed the month of April 2007 as 'Water Conservation Month," reading a proclamation in its entirety
and presenting it to Mrs. Missy Barletto of the South Florida Water Management District as follows: "WHEREAS,
water is a basic and essential need of every living creature; and WHEREAS, the State of Florida, Water
Management Districts and the City of Okeechobee are working together to increase awareness about the
importance of water conservation; and WHEREAS, the City of Okeechobee and the State of Florida has
designated April, typically a dry month when water demands are most acute, Florida's Water Conservation
Month, to educate citizens about how they can help save Florida's precious water resources; and WHEREAS,
the City of Okeechobee has always encouraged and supported water conservation, through various education
programs and special events, and WHEREAS, every business, industry, school and citizen can make a
difference when it comes to conserving water. NOW THEREFORE,1, James E. Kirk, by virtue of the authority
vested in me as Mayor of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, do hereby proclaim the month of April 2007 as
WATER CONSERVATION MONTH in the City of Okeechobee." There was a brief discussion regarding the
seriousness of the current Florida drought. This is the third driest season in history.
Council Member C. Williams moved to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the
March 20, 2007 Regular Meeting; seconded by Council Member L. Williams. There was no discussion on this item.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA MARKHAM - YEA WATFORD - YEA
C. WILLIAMS - YEA
L. WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Kirk asked whether there were any requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's agenda?
There were none.
MAYOR KIRK OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION AT 6:43 P.M.
A.1. a) Motion to read by title only, proposed Ordinance No. 980, correcting Council Member Watford moved to read by title only, proposed Ordinance No. 980, correcting a scrivener's error in
a scrivener's error in the legal description of Ordinance No. 969 - the legal description of Ordinance No. 969; seconded by Council Member L. Williams.
City Attorney (Exhibit 1).
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IX. PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION CONTINUED.
A. 2. b) Vote on motion to read by title only and set public hearing date. VOTE
KIRK - YEA MARKHAM - YEA WATFORD - YEA
C. WILLIAMS -YEA L. WILLIAMS - YEA MOTION CARRIED.
c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 980 by title only. III Attorney Cook read proposed Ordinance No. 980 by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE CORRECTING A
SCRI VENER'S ERROR IN THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OFADOPTED ORDINANCE N0.969 CLOSING, VACATING
AND ABANDONING THE ALLEYS OR ALLEYWAYS AS DESCRIBED HEREIN, WITHIN BLOCK 46, FIRST
ADDITION TO SOUTH OKEECHOBEEAS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 17AND BLOCK 1, ROYAL OAK
ADDITION, AS RECORDEDINPLATBOOK 1, PAGE8, PUBLIC RECORDS, OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA;
AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO RECORD THE ORDINANCE IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF THE CLERK
OF THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE."
2. a) Motion to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 980. Council Member Markham moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 980; seconded by Council Member L. Williams.
b) Discussion. Mayor Kirk asked whether there were any questions or comments from the public? There were none. The legal
description in adopted Ordinance No. 969 is incorrect. Lot 5 should read Lot 10 to correct the error.
c) Vote on motion. VOTE
KIRK - YEA MARKHAM - YEA WATFORD - YEA
C. WILLIAMS -YEA L. WILLIAMS - YEA MOTION CARRIED.
CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING - Mayor. MAYOR KIRK CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 6:45 P.M.
X. NEW BUSINESS.
A. Discussion and presentation of the Public Safety Complex - Dr. Dr. Edwin Massey, President of Indian River Community College appeared before the Council with a request for
Edwin Massey, IRCC (Exhibit 2). monetary assistance in the amount of twenty-seven thousand, two hundred sixty-two dollars and eighty-one cents
($27, 262.81) to assist in constructing the Treasure Coast Public Safety Training Complex.
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X. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
A. Discussion and presentation of the Public Safety Complex The complex idea and functions were explained through a power point presentation, virtual video and packets
continued. containing a letter from Dr. Massey noting the need and purpose of the complex, a site plan, and various funding
programs to assist with the project including a Brick Program and Tree Walk.
IRCC has taken the vision to createa'an outstanding facility for education in coordinated response to all types of
emergencies to enable the best training possible for public safety personnel of the four -county region they serve. The
four counties are Indian River, St. Lucie, Okeechobee and Martin. The complex will combine criminal justice, fire
science and forensics in one place, creating a unique and innovative educational environment and a national model
for public service and disaster relief training. The 110,000 square foot multi -building complex to be constructed at
IRCC's main campus in Ft. Pierce will feature a tactical village for enactment of robberies, assaults and other crimes;
Incident Command Center; Telecommunication Lab; Vehicle Operation Training Facilities; Indoor Firing Range and
Lab; Fire Station and Training Center; Six -story Fire Science Training Tower Repelling Tower Live Burning Training
Simulator; Mock Court Room; and a Regional Crime Lab.
The costs estimate to construct the entire complex is $38.4 million. $24.4 million will be provided from State Funds.
$5 million have been donated from private funds. The college contribution fund is $1 million, in addition to the $5
million for the land and $1.2 million for the driving range. IRCC has requested an additional $3 million from the State.
The amount needed to complete the complex is $5 million. A formula based on the number of fire fighter and police
officer employees' for each city and county within the four counties was created, resulting in the amount the college
is requesting from the City.
The Mayor and Council thanked Dr. Massey for his presentation, noting what an undertaking the complex will be and
that it would greatly benefit all the communities. They asked what type of time frame would the funds need to be
available and whether it could be given over a few years? Dr. Massey responded that it will take 18 months to build,
the commitment of the funds needs to be made by February 1, 2008 and it can be given over two years. The Mayor
and Council instructed Administrator Whitehall to add the $27,262.81 to the list of items to be addressed
during the 2007/08 Fiscal Year Budget Process.
B. Discussion regarding Main Street's acquisition of CSX Railroad Administrator Whitehall explained to the Mayor and Council that the City has been approached by Okeechobee Main
building - City Administrator. Street to work with them in acquiring ownership of the Historic CSX Railroad Building (Train Station/Depot) located
at the North Parrott Avenue railroad crossing. The building has been deteriorating for years. The plans are to restore
the building into a historical feature for the City.
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X. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
B. Discussion regarding Main Street's acquisition of CSX Railroad
building continued.
At this point and time the administrator is not looking for a complete approval on the project from the Council, only a
"green light" to proceed with the project. CSX has made it clear that they will not sell or donate the building to anyone
except the City (or local governing body), creating the reason the City has to be involved. There are several
unanswered questions regarding the project and the only way to proceed is for the City to initiate meetings with CSX
representatives. The Mayor and Council instructed the administrator to initiate meetings with CSX for acquirina
the historic train building (depot).
C. Discussion regarding the Code Enforcement Magistrate Process - At the March 6, 2007 City Council Meeting Attorney Cook and Administrator Whitehall introduced the concept to
City Administrator. change the Code Enforcement process from a Code Board to a Magistrate. They were instructed to inform the Code
Board at their March 13, 2007 meeting what the Council was considering, gather their comments and report back to
the Council.
The March 13, 2007 Code Enforcement Board Meeting minutes reflect the following discussion regarding this topic:
Member Sweda felt much more investigation should be done before a decision was made. She suggested having the
administrative staff do a spread sheet for a comparison of the different cities in Florida. She recommended to the
board members they attend the City Council meeting to voice their opinion. Member Irby agreed board members
should attend the City Council meeting or speak to the Administrator to share their thoughts. Mr. Irby said he could
see the magistrate process working. Member Gamiotea felt strongly that going to a magistrate process would be taking
control away from the people. He stated his purpose for being a board member was to assure that every individual
was represented fairly. He felt this process would give control to an Attorney who would not take into consideration
extenuating circumstances. Alternate Member Hancock thought there was a definite need for more consistency in code
enforcement decisions, although she agreed going to a magistrate could remove the human element. Alternate
Member Revels said her main concern was that people who are financially or in other ways at a disadvantage could
be put in a hardship situation with the enforcement of strict fines. Member Castorina mentioned that property owners
who live out of town could find it difficult to physically appear before a magistrate for their case to be heard.
Chairperson Worley stated he appreciated the opportunity to work for the betterment of the City as a member of the
code board. However, he recognizes a need for more forceful code enforcement measures and supported a magistrate
process should it be able to achieve that purpose.
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X. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
C. Discussion regarding the Code Enforcement Magistrate Process
continued.
D. Discussion regarding excavation and sale of excavated material for
the South Lakes in the Commerce Center - City Administrator.
The Council discussed the pro's and con's of changing the process. Code Board Members Jamie Gamiotea and Frank
Irby were present and presented their views on the change. Mr. Gamiotea asked the Council, is the current procedures
broke? If they are, can the Board have an opportunity to fix them? If they are not, why do we need to fix something
that is not broke? Mr. Irby noted the Code Enforcement Officers do a good job, increasing their hours was the best
step forward the City has taken since he has served on the Code Board.
Council Member C. Williams was clearly supporting the change to magistrate. Council Members Markham and Watford
did not see the change as a better solution to code enforcement and did not want the change. Council Member L.
Williams appreciated that Mr. Gamiotea took the initiative to meet with Chief Smith to find out what type of problems
there are that would cause staff to want a change in the violation process. She supported the idea of a workshop with
the Code Board and staff in order to work out the different views and procedures. However, should the majority of the
Council decide to change to the magistrate process she would agree. Council Member C. Williams made a motion to
establish a magistrate to process the Code Enforcement Issues. Mayor Kirk called for a second three times. Motion
died for lack of second.
Mayor Kirk finalized the discussion by stating the majority of the Council wants to stay with the current Code
Board process. The City Staff and Code Board have very difficult tasks, and they do a very good job for the City. His
conclusion was, should the code enforcement process change, it should be a unanimous Council decision,
not a split vote. He also suggested that Chef Smith initiate the workshop with the Code Board, re-evaluate the
situation after six months, should the same issues remain, he can bring the matter back to the Council for
consideration again.
Administrator Whitehall reported that the construction of the North Lakes has resulted in the City having approximately
25,000 cubic yards of fill dirt. The two newest Commerce Center owners have expressed an interest in purchasing it.
Mr. Michael Holmes (Holmes Cabinets) could purchase 6,000 to 10,000 cubic feet and Mr. Travis Chambers (Adron
Fence/TRC Investments) has requested 10,000 to 20,000 cubic yards. Mr. Whitehall requested authorization to sell
the fill.
Council Member Watford moved to sell approximately 7,000 cubic yards of fill to Holmes Cabinet (owner of
Lot 17) and approximately 15,000 cubic yards to TRC Investments (owner of Lots 18-20) at two dollars ( 2.00
per cubit yard; seconded by Council Member C. Williams. There was no further discussion on this item.
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X. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
VOTE
D. Discussion regarding excavation and sale of excavated material for KIRK - YEA MARKHAM - YEA WATFORD - YEA
the South Lakes in the Commerce Center continued. C. WILLIAMS - YEA L. WILLIAMS - YEA MOTION CARRIED.
XI. ADJOURN MEETING - Mayor. THERE BEING NO FURTHER ITEMS ON THE AGENDA, MAYOR KIRK ADJOURNED THE MEETING AT 6:08 P.M.
The next regularly scheduled meeting is April 17, 2007.
Please take notice and be advised that when a person decides to appeal any
decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting, he/she may need to insure that a verbatim record of the proceeding
is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the
appeal is to be based. City Clerk media is for the sole purpose of backup for
official records of the Clerk.
ATTEST: James E. Kirk, Mayor
_ Lane,GamlOtea, MC, City Clerk
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in the matter of City of Okeechobee
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published at Okeechobee, in said Okeechobee County, Florida, and
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MEETING NOTICES:
CITY COUNCIL & PLANNING
BOARD WORKSHOP
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that
the City Council of the City of Okeechobee will
meet in a Workshop Session with the Members
of the City Planning Board to review and discuss
the proposed changes to the Planned Unit
Development (PUD) regulations found in the
Land Development Regulations section of the
Code Book. Following the Recess of the
Workshop, the City Council will immediately
convene in Regular Session.
The workshop and meeting will be held
on Tuesday, April 3, 2007, at 5:15 p.m. at City
Hall, 55 SE 3rd Ave, Ran 200, Okeechobee,
Florida. The public is invited and encouraged
to attend. For a copy of the agenda contact
City Administration at (863) 763-3372 x 212.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE AND BE
ADVISED that if any person desires to appeal
any decision made by the City Council with
respect to any matter considered at this meeting,
such interested person will need a record of the
proceedings, and for such purpose may need to
ensure a verbatim record of the proceedings is
made, which record includes the testimony and
evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Tapes are used for the sole purpose of back-up
for the Clerk's Office.
In accordance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and Florida Statute
286.26, perstms with disabilities needing special
acconmrodation to participate to tlos pmceedmg
,hould contact Lane Gant ca, no later than
two (2) working days prior to the proceeding
at 863-763-3372 x 214; if you are hearing or
voice impaired, call TDD 1-800-222-3448
(voice) or 1-888-447-5620 (TTY).
by; James E. Kirk, Mayor
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
Publish: 0329/2007
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0-K-EF-C-NOBEE - April 3,2007 - REGULAR CITY COUNGIL MEETING
HANDWRITTEN MINUTES
I. CALL TO ORDER - Mayor: Kirk, April 3, 2007, City Council Regular Meeting 5.15 p.m.
II. OPENING CEREMONIES: Invocation given by Reverend BruCe Simpson. First Un*tpd-Mpthf)d'.,;t
Church: Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor.
111. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk.
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Mayor James F. Kirk
Council Member Low !y Markham
Council Member Dowling R. Watford, Jr.
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Council Member Clayton Williams.
Council Member Lydia Jean Williams
City Administrator Brian Whitehall
City Attorney John R. Cook
City Clerk Lane Gamiotea
Deputy Clerk Melisa Eddings
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proclamation in its entirety as follows: WHEREAS, water is a basic and essential need of eve livin
creature; and WHEREAS, the State of Florida, Water Management Districts and the City of Okeechobee are
jworking together to increase awareness about the importance of water conservation: and WHERE4S. the Qty
of Okeechobee and the State of Florida has designated April, typically a dry month when water demands are
Precious water resources; and WHEREAS, the City of Okeechobee has always encouraged and supported
industry, school and citizen can make a difference when it comes to conserving water. NOW THEREFORE,
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A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's agenda.
IX. OPEN PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION - Mayor.
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DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO RECORD THE ORDINANCE IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
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City Administrator Brian Whitehall
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A. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS - Ma or.
Mayor Kirk proclaimed the month of April 2007 as 'Water p Conservation Month" and read the
dill ex,) CL -r-l;L
Maagement Districts and the City of Okeechobee are working together to increase awareness about the importance
a dry month when water demands are most acute, Florida's Water Conservation Month, to educate citizens about how
and supported water conservation, through various education programs and special events, and WHEREAS, every
us,ness, m us ry, sc oo an a zen can ma e a i erence w en , comes o consernng wa er.
1, James E. Kirk, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, do hereby proclaim
the month o pn 0 7 as ZlPillm t e ity o eec o ee.
- VII. MINUTES -City Clerk. �F� ��m V-h br a
Summary of Co, Action for the March 20, 2007 Regular Meeting, seconded by Council Member /�Ou
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IX. MAYOR KIRK OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION AT (0, P.M.
A.1 ;a) Council Member moved to read by title only, proposed Ordinance No.
�50, correcting a scrivene s error in the Baal descrintinn n r �n�n�o .,
V"A op-MOtion to read by title only
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT -
MARKHAM Gl
L. WILLIAMS X. WILLIAMS
C. W!ILLfAMS V
MOTION: DENIED
Attil Gook read proposed Ordin -' il Nlin 990 by titjo ll as follows, "AN CIRDWANCE
CORRECTING A SCRIVENERS'S ERROR IN THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF ADOPTED
AS DESCRIBED HEREIN, ,
WITHIN BLOCK 46, FIRST ADDITION TO SOUTH OKEECHOBEE AS
IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 8 PUBLIC RECORDS OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA; AND
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO RECORD THE ORDINANCE IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF
THE CLERK f)E-WE CM11T COURT IN AND FOR OUNTY, ELOlill
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
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CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
APRIL 3, 2007
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OFFICIAL AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor: April 3, 2007 City Council Regular Meeting, 5:15 p.m.
OPENING CEREMONIES: Invocation given by Rev. Bruce Simpson, First United Methodist Church;
Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor.
MAYOR, COUNCIL MEMBERS, AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk.
Mayor James E. Kirk
Council Member Lowry Markham
Council Member Dowling R. Watford, Jr.
Council Member Clayton Williams
Council Member Lydia Jean Williams
City Administrator Brian Whitehall
City Attorney John R. Cook
City Clerk Lane Gamiotea
Deputy Clerk Melisa Eddings
Police Chief Denny Davis
Fire Chief Herb Smith
Public Works Director Donnie Robertson
OPEN WORKSHOP SESSION WITH PLANNING BOARD MEMBERS - Mayor.
A. Discuss proposed revisions to the Planned Unit Development language of the Land Development Regulations section of the code book.
ADJOURN WORKSHOP AND RECONVENE IN REGULAR SESSION - Mayor.
PAGE 1 of 3
PAGE 2 OF 3
VI. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS - Mayor.
A. Proclaim the month of April 2007 as "Water Conservation Month."
VII. MINUTES - City Clerk.
A. Motion to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the March 20, 2007 regular meeting.
VIII. AGENDA - Mayor.
A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's agenda.
IX. OPEN PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION - Mayor.
A.1.a) Motion to read by title only proposed Ordinance No. 980, correcting a scrivener's error in the legal description of Ordinance No. 969 - City Attorney
(Exhibit 1).
b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 980.
2.a) Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 980.
b) Public comments and discussion.
c) Vote on motion.
CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING.
X. NEW BUSINESS.
A. Discussion and presentation of the Public Safety Complex - Dr. Edwin Massey, IRCC (Exhibit 2).
B. Discussion regarding Main Street's acquisition of CSX Railroad building - City Administrator.
PAGE 3 OF 3
X. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
C. Discussion regarding the Code Enforcement Magistrate Process - City Administrator.
D. Discussion regarding excavation and sale of excavated material for the South Lakes in the Commerce Center - City Administrator.
XI. ADJOURN MEETING.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE AND BE ADVISED that if any person desires to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at this proceeding, such interested
person will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose may need to ensure a verbatim record of the proceedings, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the
appeal is to be based. City Clerk tapes are for the sole purpose of backup for official records of the Clerk.
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LARUE PLANNING & MANAGEMENT SERVICES, Irie.
1375 Jackson Street, Suite 206
Fort Myers, Florida 33901-2845
239-334-3366 - FAX: 239-334-6384
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 2, 2007
TO: City Council and Planning Board members
FROM: Bill Brisson
RE: Proposed PUD regulations
At the Planning Board meeting on March 15t', we were requested to modify our proposed PUD
regulations in consideration of the comments heard during the meeting, and to develop some
graphics that would illustrate the effects of the proposed PUD regulations.
In the short period of time available, we have not been able to prepare sample site plans showing
what could be done under the current conventional regulations compared to the proposed PUD
regulations in time to get them to you before the meeting. We will, however, bring with us to the
meeting some illustrations we believe will be helpful.
Attached is the proposed draft ordinance revised in consideration of the input we received during
the last meeting. We would like to draw your attention to the sections beginning on page four
which relate to the new PUD-R residential planned unit development. While there are some
formatting and editorial changes, the following briefly describes the substantive changes we have
incorporated since our last meeting.
Page 5, Section 90-423, (4): The maximum allowable building dimension has been
increased from 150 feet to 160 feet. This is in recognition of a fairly standard townhouse
module 20 feet in width. There is presently no specific limitation on building dimensions.
2. Page 5, Section 90-423, (5): The minimum perimeter setback has been changed from 20
feet to one-half of the height of the structure or 20 feet, whichever is greater.
SARASOTA OFFICE: 2427 Porter Lake Dr. Unit 110, Sarasota, Florida 34240
Ph. (941) 378-1487 Fax (941) 342-0563 Cell (941) 228-1499 --- e-mail: bill@larue-planning.com
3. Page 5, Section 90-423, (6): The minimum separation between buildings has been
changed from the one-half of the average height of the structures to one-half of the height
of the taller structure or 15 feet, whichever is greater.
In the conventional zoning districts, the side yard for single-family/duplex structures is 10
feet (20 feet between buildings). For zero lot line single-family a 15-foot side yard is
required on one side. For multi -family structures the side yard is 20 feet (40 feet between
buildings). Section 90-450 requires that multiple buildings on the same lot be separated as
if they were separate lots. This means 20 feet for single-family homes (15 feet for zero lot
line single-family) and 40 feet for multi -family buildings.
4. Page 5, Section 90-423, (8): The minimum open space requirement is now proposed to be
40% whereas in the first draft of the PUD regulations, it was 35%. However, the require-
ment for usable open space has been removed.
In order to ensure open space is provided in a manner that enhances the overall living
environment in a practical manner, in order to count towards the minimum requirement,
the extent to which water areas and dry retention areas are counted is limited and areas
must be at least 10 feet in width and comprise at least 200 square feet. This ensures that
narrow landscape strips and small landscape islands in parking lots do not count towards
meeting the minimum open space requirement. Finally, the extent that impervious recrea-
tion areas may count towards the minimum opens space requirement is limited to avoid too
much hard surface in open space areas.
5. Page 6, Section 90-423, (9): The requirement for improved recreation/play areas has been
expanded to include single-family/zero lot line and duplex developments that are built on
lots smaller than 6,250 square feet or at a density greater than seven units per acre.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA, AMENDING
ORDINANCE 716, LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, PARTICULARLY
SECTION 90-401 OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, SECTION
90-402 OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, SECTION 90-403 OF
THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, SECTION 90-404 OF THE LAND
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, SECTION 90-405 OF THE LAND
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, SECTION 90-406 OF THE LAND
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, AND SECTIONS 90-407 TO 90-440 OF THE
LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, REVISING THE PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT (PUD) DISTRICT AND ADDING DIVISION, 13 FOR THE
RESIDENTIAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPENT (PW=Ft);., DISTRICT;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Council of the City of Okeechobee; 'Florida', has adopted Ordinance
Number 716 known as the Land Development Regulations ancf; included requirements
for planned unit development zoning districts within'the City; and
WHEREAS, upon review of same, the City of "Okeechobee, through staff' analysis, has
determined that current PUD regulations dot't,adequately safeguard th6,b*'s interest
and promote improved development patterns; anti
WHEREAS, the City of Okeechobee has determined that setting forth specific regulations for a
comprehensive set of regulations"for residential planrYe l,.unit developments are in the
best interests of the City of Okeech666e, and an appropriate and necessary promulgation
of its authority;
NOW THEREFORE, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida;
presented at a duly advertised public meting; and passed by a majority vote of the City
Council; and properly executed by the Mayor or designee, as Chief Presiding Officer for
the City:
Section 1. Secftions 90=401, 90-402, 90-403, 90-404, 90-405, 90-406, and 90-407
— 90*6 of Ordmihri d'No. 716 be amended as follows:
DIVISION `12. MIXED -USE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD)
DISTRICT
-Sec. 90-401.` Generally.
(ay' Provision' is made for mixed -use planned unit development (PUD) zoning
'districts"in which diverse residential, commercial, institutional or recreation
used may be brought together under a unified plan of development which is
in the interest and general welfare of the public.
(b) Mixed -use PUD zoning districts shall be permitted only on land designated
as future land use categories single-family residential, OF multifamily
residential, or mixed use residential in the comprehensive plan.
(c) A conceptual site plan of the proposed development shall be submitted and
approved prior to a change in zone either to single-family or a multifamily
residential PUD zoning district, subject to the regulations of this division.
(LDR) 1998, § 430)
DRAFT for discussion purposes only. Page 1 of 8
Revised April 2, 2007
Sec. 90-402. Permitted uses.
The following principal uses and structures are permitted in the mixed -use PUD
district:
(1) Attached and detached Ssingle-family dwellings.;
(2) Zero lot line single-family dwellings.
fU3) Two-family dwellings.
(4) Town homes.
0)(5) Multiple -family dwellings.
f,0(6) Adult family care homes or assisted living facilities.
f6}(7)_Day care center, nursing home.
f64(8) Professional office, business office, medical office.
-7( ()9 Retail store, retail service.
0400) Restaurant.
11 Personal service, dry cleaner,-`
4%(12)Mechanical and repair services.
444(13)Auto service station.
14 Private club, nightclub:
4U15)Hotel, motel.
(16) Craft studio.
(17) Business school.
(18) Commercial indoor recreation.'
(19) Outdoor recreation, commercial outdoor recreation, golf course.
(20) Marina.
(21) Community center.
(22) School
(23) 'House of worship'
(24) Public facility or use.
(25) Open space.
(26) Public utility.
(LDR 1998" § 431)
Sec. 90=403. 'Special exception uses.
Special exception uses in the mixed -use PUD district are permitted uses in
excess of 45^feet in height.
(LDR 1998, §'432)
See.90-404.' Customary accessory uses.
Each permitted principal use in the mixed -use PUD district is also permitted to
have the customary accessory uses for that use.
(LDR 1998, § 433)
Sec. 90-405. Area, lot and structure requirements.
Area, lot and structure requirements in the mixed -use PUD district are as follows:
(1) Minimum PUD area.
Minimum size of mixed -use planned unit devel-
opment zoning district shall be: 5 acres
DRAFT for discussion purposes only.
Revised April 2, 2007
Page 2 of 8
(2) Maximum PUDoverall density in a mixed use PUD district shall
not exceed 7.5 dwelling units per -gross acre.
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MultifaFnily PUP G-a-Ave-Afiena-1 all
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(3) Minimum lot area.
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All uses: Area
As appropriate to the use
Width ''
As appropri�tkto the use
(4) Minimum yard regtl"ments.
PUD district yard minimum:
20 feet on all property
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boundaries
All uses: Front
As appropriate to the use
Side
As appropriate to the use
Rear
As -appropriate to the use
(5) Maximum lot coverage" ;
Maximum Coverage Maximum Impervious Surface
All uses '40 percent'
60 percent
(6)
Maximum height of structures.
Except where further restricted by these regulations for a
patticulau use, the maximum height shall be as follows: All uses
shall be 45;1eet; unless a special exception is granted.
(LDR •1998, §
434)
Sec. 90-406 :
Additional regulations.
Additional regulations
which shall apply to all uses in the mixed -use PUD district
include, but are not limited to:
(1}'
Concurrency regulations.
(2)
Parking and loading regulations.
(3)
Landscaping regulations.
(4)
Sign regulations.
(5)
Accessory use regulations.
(6)
Supplementary use regulations.
(7)
Environmental and stormwater regulations.
(8)
Utilities regulations.
(LDR 1998, §
435)
Secs. 90-407 — 90-440420. Reserved.
DRAFT for discussion purposes only. Page 3 of 8
Revised April 2, 2007
DIVISION 13. RESIDENTIAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD-R)
DISTRICT
Sec.90-421. Generally.
(a) Defined. A parcel to be planned and developed as a single entity
containing one or more types of residential dwelling units. Appropriate
recreational, public and semipublic uses may be included if such uses
are primarily for the benefit of the residential development.
(b) Purpose and intent The PUD-R district is established to:
livinn anvimnmant-
Sec. 90-422. Permitted uses.
multifamily residential on the Future Land Use Map include:
(a) Detached single family dwellings, zero lot line single family
dwellings.
fb) Mobile homes in a mobile home park.
(c) Two-family dwellings.
(d) Multiple -family dwellings.
(e) Adult family care or assisted living facilities.
(f) Public facilities.
(g) Accessory uses and structures that are customary and incidental
to the primary residential use.
DRAFT for discussion purposes only. Page 4 of 8
Revised April 2, 2007
Sec. 90-423. Dimensional standards.
The dimensional standards for the PUD-R zoning district shall be as follows:
(1) Minimum parcel size: Five contiguous acres under single ownership with
a minimum frontage of 100 feet on a public street. Properties will be
considered contiguous if they are separated only by public rights -of -way
and no individual parcel is less than two acres in area.
(2) Maximum density: Maximum density allowable in the PUD-R zoning
district shall be as follows:
Land Use
Designation
Housing
Component
MAXIMUM GROSS DENSITY
CON tional
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Affordable
Housin
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Single-family
Sin le-famil
4 d.u. er•`a
5 d.u. per acre
Mobile home, -,,.,
6 d.u. per dcr
6 d.u. Der acre
2
Multi -family
All housin . t es A
10 d.u. per ace:.' .
11 d.u. Der acre
Gross acreage in
PUD (excluding ublic
streets and ri bjo f
way existing rior
to rezoning to the PUD-R rict divided by the total numbbr.'6fAwel6n units.
160 feet for any one
(8) Open Space Requirement. A minimum of 40% of the PUD-R district
area shall be reserved for landscaping and open space. The following
uses may contribute to the open space requirements provided the mini-
mum dimensions are met:
(aa) Buffers and landscaped areas in off-street parking areas:
(b) Dry detention areas and existing or proposed bodies of water,
including wet stormwater management areas, may count up to a
maximum of 50% of the open space requirement:
DRAFT for discussion purposes only. Page 5 of 8
Revised April 2, 2007
c) Active and passive recreation areas such as plavgrounds, golf
courses, lake -beach frontage, nature trails, bike paths,
pedestrian ways, tennis courts, swimming pools and other similar
areas count as open space as long as a not more than 20% of
the recreational area counted as open space consists of
impervious surface;
(d) Outdoor active and passive public use areas such as plazas,
atriums, courtyards and other similar public areas, may be used
up to a maximum of 20% of the required open space;
(e) The minimum open space width must be 10 feet; and
(f) The minimum open space area must be 200 square feet.
(9) Improved recreation areas required.
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gec. 90-424.'` General development review standards.
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(1) Physical characteristics of the site. The property shall be suitable for
development in the manner proposed without hazard to persons or
property, on or off the site. Conditions of soil, groundwater level,
drainage, and topography shall be appropriate to both type and pattern
of use intended.
(2) Compatibility. PUD-R districts shall be located and designed so as to
minimize the negative effects of external impacts resulting from factors
such as traffic, noise, or lights. Project control shall be accomplished
through techniques such as buffering, site design, height limitations, and
density or intensity limitations.
DRAFT for discussion purposes only. Page 6 of 8
Revised April 2, 2007
(3) Relationship to adiacent property. Developments in a PUD-R district
shall include additional screening, buffering, transitional uses or other
design features as necessary, to adequately protect existing or probable
uses of surrounding property.
Opaque durable fencing, masonry walls: or a vegetative screen which is
continuous within one year after time of planting shall be provided at the
Periphery of a PUD-R district development to protect occupants from
undesirable views, lighting, noise or other off -site influences and to
protect occupants of adjoining properties from similar adverse influences.
and general facilities. `.-.
j8)'Screenihar"'of trash and refuse containers. All central refuse trash and
`garbage e6116ction containers or those serving multiple dwelling units
shaU:',be screened from sight or located in a such a manner so as not to
be vigible froni'anv public area within or adjacent to the PUD-R district
Sec. 90-425.;° Additional regulations.
1) Concurrency regulations.
2) Parkinq and loading regulations.
(3) Landscaping regulations.
(4) Sign regulations.
(5) Accessory use regulations.
(6) SupDlementary use regulations.
(7) Environmental and stormwater regulations.
(8) Utilities regulations.
Secs. 90-426 — 90-440. Reserved.
DRAFT for discussion purposes only. Page 7 of 8
Revised April 2, 2007
Section 2. Conflict.
All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
Section 3. Severability.
If any provisions or portion of this ordinance is declared by any court of competent
jurisdiction to be void, unconstitutional, or unenforceable, then all remaining provisions
and portions of this ordinance shall remain in full force and effect.
Section 4. Effective Date.
This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage,,°'
INTRODUCED for first reading and set for final pu``hearing on this day of
, 2007.
Jarfi'ef. . Kirk, Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
PASSED AND ADOPTED after Second and Final Public Hearing this
, 2007.
James E. Kirk, Mayor
ATTEST: "
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
day of
John R. Cook, City Attorney
DRAFT for discussion purposes only. Page 8 of 8
Revised April 2, 2007
Minimum parcel size: Five contiguous acres under single ownership with at a
minimum of frontage of 100 feet on a public street. Properties will be considered
contiguous if they are separated only by public rights -of -way and no individual
parcel is less than two acres in area.
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Street
Minimum perimeter setback. No building or structure shall be located closer
than '/2 the structure height or 20 feet, whichever is greater, to any perimeter
boundary of the PUD-R district.
PUD Boundary
1 1
= 10'
Minimum separation between buildings. Buildings shall be separated from
each other by a distance equal to one-half the height of the taller building or
15 feet, whichever is greater.
20' separation
'/2 the taller (40') building
Minimum separation between buildings. Buildings shall be separated from
each other by a distance equal to one-half the height of the taller building or
15 feet, whichever is greater.
Minimum
15' separation
Maximum lot coverage and impervious surface coverage: Maximum
allowable lot coverage is 40% and the aggregate of lot coverage and impervious
surface area shall not exceed 60% of the gross land area of the PUD-R district
60% aggregate lot coverage &
Pervious surface
40% lot coverage
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PARCEL SIZE:
2.
MIN. LOT SIZE:
3.
MIN.LOT WIDTH:
4.
MIN. FRONT YARD:
5.
MIN. REAR YARD:
6.
EST. DRAINAGE:
7.
TOTAL UNITS:
675' x 740' = 499,500 sf
6,250 sf
50'
25'
10'
15% of site (75,000 sf; 81,900 sf shown)
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ZERO LOT LINE SINGLE-FAMILY
PROPOSED PUD-R
1.
PARCEL SIZE:
2.
LOT SIZE:
3.
FRONT YARD:
4.
REAR YARD:
5.
MIN. SIDE YARD:
6.
PERIMETER BUFFER:
7.
EST. DRAINAGE:
8.
MIN. OPEN SPACE:
Perimeter buffer
Retention pond
Req'd improved rec. area:
Subtotal
Balance needed
675' x 740' = 499,500 sf
Mainly 45' x 115' = 5,175 sf
Varies, 25' to about 40'
Varies, typically 10'
15' one side (17' shown), 0' other side
20'
15% of site (75,000 sf; 81,000 sf shown)
40%=199,800 sf
54,400 sf
81,000 sf
900 sf
136,300 sf
63,500 sf
Each lot has a 17' side yard
115' deep; this equals 1,955 sf;
60 lots approximates 117,300 sf
9. TOTAL UNITS: 60
SINGLE-FAMILY
CONVENTIONAL RSF-2 REGULATIONS
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4 A[?REAiS, water is a basic and essential need of every livrng c-reature; and Y,
" 5, the State ofBorida, Water lGManagementDistricts and the City of Okeechobee
are workbag together to in,
awareness about the importance of water
conservad'on; and
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IfTZiEREAS, the City of Okeechobee and the State ofiffmida bas designatedAjwA typically
a dry month when water demands are most acute, Florida's Water Conservation
Month, to educate citizens about bow they can help save Florida's precious water
resources; and
WHEREAS, the City of Okeechobee has always encouraged and supported water
coaservad'oA through various education programs and special events; and
WHEREAS, every business„ industry, school and citizen can make a difference wbea it
y comes to conserving water.
NOW THEREFORE, 4 James E. JM* b7 virtue ofthe authority vested in me as Mayor ofthe
CityofOkeechobee, Florida, doherebyproclaimthemoath ofAprr72007as WATER
l' CONSERYA770NbIONTHm the Cii7 of Okeechobee.
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la witness whemoffbave hereunto setm7
band ca this seal to ed
CLiu-
James E. K&A; Mayor
Attest: �� / /'a '°'- _-✓,'�,� ,y ^,,�
Lane G otea, CAC, City Clerlr
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Date Ann73, 2007-
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I" READING - MAR 20 - EXHIBIT NO. 2
FINAL PH - APR 3 - EXHIBIT NO. L_
ORDINANCE NO. 980
AN ORDINANCE CORRECTING A SCRIVENERS ' ERROR IN THE
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 969 CLOSING,
VACATING AND ABANDONING THE ALLEYS OR ALLEYWAYS AS
DESCRIBED HEREIN, WITHIN BLOCK 46, FIRST ADDITION TO SOUTH
OKEECHOBEE AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 17 AND BLOCK
1, ROYAL OAK ADDITION, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 8,
PUBLIC RECORDS, OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA; AND
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO RECORD THE ORDINANCE IN THE
PUBLIC RECORDS OF THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND
FOR OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City has received an Alley Closing Application (No. 84) from Bradley G.
Goodbread, on behalf of George Goodbread, GAGBEE, Inc, and G-4 Land N Cattle
Company, for the closing of a certain alleyway as described in this ordinance to
utilize the property for future development; and
WHEREAS, a review of such application reveals that it is in the best interest of the citizens
of the City of Okeechobee as a whole to grant said application; and
WHEREAS, the granting of the application will serve a legitimate public interest and is a
proper exercise of the municipal authority of the City of Okeechobee as a
discretionary function;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council for the City of Okeechobee,
Florida; presented at a duly advertised public meeting; and passed by majority vote
of the City Council; and properly executed by the Mayor or designee, as Chief
Presiding Officer for the City:
Section One. The alleyway described hereafter is hereby closed, vacated and
abandoned by the City of Okeechobee, Florida to -wit:
The alley running North to South, located directly between
Lots 4 and 5-, 10 of Block 46, First Additional to South
Okeechobee according to the plat thereof recorded in Plat
Book 1, Page 17 and between Lots 1 through 4 and 5
through 8 of Block 1, Royal Oak Addition, according to the
plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 1 Page 8, of the public
records of Okeechobee County, Florida.
That the legal description previously adopted in Ordinance No.
969 is hereby rescinded.
Section Two. The City Clerk shall cause a certified copy of the ordinance to be
recorded in the public records of Okeechobee County, Florida.
Section Three. This ordinance shall be set for final public hearing the 3d day of April,
2007, and shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
Language underlined is to be added.
Language striekem through is to be deleted.
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INTRODUCED for first reading and set for final public hearing this 20" day of March, 2007.
James E. Kirk, Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
PASSED and ADOPTED on second and final public hearing this 311 day of April, 2007.
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
John R. Cook, City Attorney
Language underlined is to be added.
Language strieken throto is to be deleted.
James E. Kirk, Mayor
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IRCC FOUNDATION
Exn1BIT 2
APRIL 3, 2007
CITY OF ORE ECHOBEE
(863) 763-3372 FAX (863) 763-1686
AGENDA ITEM :REQUEST FORM -
Please moil or bring completad farm ta:
City of Okeechobee
City Administrator's Office
55 SE 3'd Avenue
Okeechobee, Florida 34974
NAK: Dr. Edwin Massey
ADDRESS: Indian River, Community _College
3209 Virginia Avenue
Fort Pierce, FL TMT
TELEPHONE: 772-462-4701
FAg: 772-462-4602
MEETING: R.9GULAR EK SPECIAL O WORKSHOP 0 DATE: April. 3rd, 200
PLEASE STATE THE ITEM YOU WISH TO IIAYE PLACED ON THU CITY COUNCIL AGENDA. -
Discussion and presentation of thb Public Safety Complex
PLEASE STATE WHAT DEPARTMENT(S) YO U RAVII, WORVMD WITH TRUS FAR:
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PLEASE STATE )DESIRED ACTION BY THE CITY COUNCR.:
Consideration of _financial support to this c mnlex
PLEASE SUMMARIZE PERTINENT INFORMA'xTJON CONCERNi,NG YOUR REQUEST AND
ATTACR. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS;
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Real-Iife training for federal,
state and local officials...
First Responder Training
Anti -Terrorism Training
Humanitarian Assistance and ... Community -based support
Disaster Relief organizations...
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• 35 year partnership with IRCC
— Facility
— Maintenance
— Custodial
— Internet Service
• Expansion to 9,600 sq. ft.
— $1 M renovation
Department of Homeland Security priorities:
— Bio,oglcal. chemical, and nucear safety
— Transportation security
— Cyber securty
— Critical infrastrjcwre protection
— Emergency preparedness arc! response
— Rapid prototyp,ng
• Identified by Enterprise Florida as a key
occupational and economic development sector
As these companies, and so many others, can
tell you, Florida offers an incredible laboratory
in which to design, develop, test and grow
groundbreaking technologies.
Enterprise Florida, 2006
• Current companies & Future partners:
— Cisco Systems
— Boeing
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• Crime Lab $ 4.1 M
Medical Examiner's Office $ 1.0M
Total State Funds
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Firearms Training Center $ 5.OM
Total Private Funds
$ 5.OM
Total College Funds
$ 1.OM
Tactical Driving Range $ 1.2M
Not including land ($5M1 and driving range ($1 2Ml
Land and Infrastructure $ 5.OM
TOTAL $16.3M
Total Funds Received $30.4M
• Additional State Requested
$ 3.OM
Use of $38.4M Complex
Amount needed to complete the complex
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Facilities Enhancement Challenge Grant Program
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INDIAN RIVER
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
April 3, 2007
Lane Gamiotea
City Clerk
55 SE 3rd Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
Dear Mrs. Gamiotea:
The responsibility to secure our nation's safety falls not only to the first
responders and government leaders; it's a duty that must be shared by all,
and it must include the contributions of innovative thinkers, dedicated
researchers and enterprising entrepreneurs.
Realizing this responsibility, Indian River Community College envisioned a
public safety and homeland security training complex that would be unlike
any other. This vision included a three tiered approach to safety and
security training that would result in more knowledgeable first responders
and prepared citizens.
As the project developed, input from your local agencies was key to
ensuring that the facilities and training programs would be developed and
enhanced according to your needs. This partnership has been vital and is
one of the most successful to date. The programs, facilities and training
services that will be provided have been vetted and endorsed by
numerous state, national and international public safety and homeland
security experts.
The concept and input phase has now moved to design and construction.
Rising construction costs, agency needs, and the goal to create a world -
class complex have resulted in a total complex cost that's higher than first
expected.
Through the Every Citizen Counts capital campaign, IRCC has
successfully raised more than $2.5M in private funds from local
individuals, and law enforcement agencies including $89,000 from the
Indian River, St. Lucie and Martin police and sheriff's offices. In addition,
IRCC has received more than $25M in state appropriations. However,
projected costs to complete this complex now exceed $37M. IRCC
3209 VIRGINIA AVENUE FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA 34981-5596
continues to work on attaining additional state and federal funds, but now
looks to our city and county municipalities to shore up the final fiscal
needs.
Using a formula based on total number of law enforcement officers, IRCC
has determined a per municipality amount that would assist us in
constructing this world -class complex in its entirety. The request for your
municipality is $27,262.81 and will be matched dollar -for -dollar through
the State of Florida Facilities Enhancement Challenge Grant program
when made payable to the IRCC Foundation.
Please consider how you can help IRCC meet this financial need and
establish a center of excellence in public safety that will become a
national model, a local resource and a magnet for economic development
throughout our region.
Sincerely,
Edwin R. Massey, Ph.D
President
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* * * * *Memorandum * * * * *
Date: April 2, 2007
TO: Atty Cook
FR: City Administrator
RE: Selling fill at Commerce Park
The north Lake construction has resulted in the excavation of approx 25,000 cu yds of
fill. I have reached a verbal agreement with the parties as follows:
I.
Michael S. and Linda S. Holmes d/b/a Holmes Cabinet
POBox 5
Okeechobee FL 34973
(now owner of the east two acres of Lt 17, City of Okeechobee Commerce Center)
the City to sell approx 7,000 cu yds of fill at $2.00/yd
II.
TRC Investments, LLC d/b/a Adron Fence
2762 NW 4`h St
Okeechobee FL 34972
(now owner of Lt 18, 19, 20 in City of Okeechobee Commerce Center)
the City to sell approx 15,000 cu yds of fill at $2.00/yd
The amount of fill has to written in such a way as to give the City a certain amount of
latitude. It could be 6 to 10,000 for Holmes, or 10 to 20,000 for Adron fence.